On Trial

ICE BREAKER

Cops were called to the scene in Hyde at about 6pm after being contacted by paramedics.

Det Insp James Faulkner said: “We are doing everything we can to understand how this man came to his death and provide his family with the answers they deserve.

“A team of detectives have been working through the night and we currently believe the victim suffered a serious assault resulting in a number of injuries.

“This investigation is still at a very early stage and residents can expect a larger police presence on Harbour Farm Road as officers carry out door-to-door enquiries and our forensic team continue with their work at the scene.

“If you have any information about what happened last night, or if you think you saw or heard something which could help this investigation, then please call us or approach one of our officers.”

Anyone with any information should call police on 101 quoting incident number 1661 of 28 June 2017.

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